Elements To Consider in Custom Kitchen Cabinet Design

The kitchen cabinets that came with your home may be nice, but they’re not always exactly what you need. Installing custom cabinets can not only give you the look you want but also solve any storage problems you have. There are several elements to consider when choosing custom options.

Budget

Custom work is high quality and can be expensive. Your cabinets may be more affordable than you think, though. Discuss your needs and preferences with your builder. He or she can then make recommendations that meet your expectations and fit your budget.

Size

You may want to double your storage space, but there are limits to what will fit and work well in your kitchen without a major overhaul. Before you discuss a design, you need to measure the area where the kitchen cabinets will be installed. Then your builder can adjust the plan to make sure the new storage doesn’t encroach on the space needed for appliances. 

Materials

When you build new cabinets, you get to pick the materials they’re made of. You can choose a more cost-effective material or decide to splurge. There are many great options:

• Reclaimed wood
• Oak
• Mahogany
• Rosewood

Style

The layout of your kitchen helps you determine the specific shape of your cabinets. There are also other features to consider such as the design of corner cabinets. You can install drawer gliders or other elements that make the pieces more accessible.

Hardware

No cabinet design is complete until you choose the drawer pulls or handles. Choose hardware that complements or contrasts the colors in your kitchen to achieve the look you want. If you prefer a cleaner aesthetic, you may opt to have no visible hardware at all. 

Custom kitchen cabinets give you the storage space you need while fitting in with the overall design of the room. Make sure you discuss all these elements with your builder to get exactly what you want.